Forensic Communication Framework for Whistleblowing Response Teams A Revolutionary Blended Learning Course for Investigation and Compliance Professionals

Are you handling workplace complaints and wondering why investigations stall, evidence gets overlooked, or findings face successful challenges? Do you struggle with defensive responses, repetitive meetings, or unclear documentation that won't withstand scrutiny? This innovative course provides the systematic communication tools you need.

Transform Your Investigation Practice with Forensic Principles

Explore evidence-based communication techniques drawn from forensic investigation practice, revealing how to distinguish facts from assumptions, handle hearsay professionally, and conduct credible workplace investigations. You'll discover how legal communication frameworks create fair, defensible processes while protecting both organisations and individuals through systematic evidence gathering.

What You'll Learn

• Evidence Foundation: How to distinguish hearsay from direct evidence, challenge assumptions constructively, and avoid speculation that derails investigations
• Clarity Triangle: Maintaining relevance during complex cases, achieving precision in documentation, and asking neutral questions that don't influence responses
• Conflict Resolution Toolkit: De-escalating emotional situations, breaking down compound allegations systematically, and ensuring complete information gathering
• Professional Boundaries Framework: Recognising when expert input is required and building a proper foundation for investigation decisions

Who Should Attend

Perfect for HR professionals, compliance officers, ethics teams, internal investigators, employee relations specialists, managers handling sensitive issues, whistleblowing coordinators, and anyone conducting workplace investigations or managing employee concerns professionally.

Innovative Blended Learning Format Four comprehensive modules (12 hours total) combined with facilitated Teams practice sessions (90 minutes each). Interactive content includes realistic scenarios, case studies, documentation templates, and role-play exercises. Each module builds systematic skills while providing immediate tools for challenging situations.

Course Schedule Starts: 27th October 2025 

ZOOM Sessions: 7-9pm on Mondays 3rd - 24th November inclusive. Flexible eLearning allows you to complete modules at your own pace between facilitated practice sessions.

Expert Facilitation Led by Dr Linda J Dunbar, educator within NHS Education for Scotland, postgraduate trained educator (Edinburgh University), with 30 years of interpersonal and communication training, and evidence-based communication techniques.

Flexible Pricing Options

• Standard Package (£275): All modules, Teams sessions, templates, and certificate
• Premium Package (£375): Includes personalised feedback on case studies and a 60-minute 1:1 consultation on complex investigation scenarios
• Early Bird Special: Save £35-50 when booking before 15th September 2025

Ready to Transform Your Investigation Communication? Finally, master the systematic communication skills that create credible, defensible workplace investigations and confident handling of sensitive employee concerns.

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